Decent picking, not so decent customer service. Prices were already high as it is, and when we couldn't fill the basket all the way in the 20 minutes they gave us, no money back. We asked if they'd refund us for the whole basket we couldn't fill, and the guy told us, "No sorry, it's a price per basket." Next customer walks up to the counter and asks the same thing, for the same reason, and gets a full refund. Doesn't sound so decent to me. read more

Garwood is a great value for the price. Yes, it lacks the ambiance of other orchards, but it makes up for it with plentiful crops for picking at affordable prices. I called the orchard as well as others in the vicinity and they had the lowest price per pound. I also love that they didn't try to tack on an additional charge to take the tractor as some other orchards do. And the best bonus, they have pick your own vegetables. I've never seen that before and had a blast picking my own peppers. And best of all. I got two HUGE bags of apples for only $22. It was a steal. read more

When I suggested we plan an apple picking trip my friend immediately recommended this orchard. She had been here before and told me about the huge variety they have. This place was really great! You could pick anything from apples to peppers to brussel sprouts! I loved walking around the farm picking/snacking as we made our way around. They have a small store nearby with caramel apples, salsas, and the obligatory apple cider donuts. This place is a great hidden gem. read more

Garwood Orchards - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Laporte, Indiana

I'm no farmer by any means but I think when you go to pick something, then a "something" should be there to pick. I've been to Garwood's before to check out the produce and jarred goodies. Small town place with locals for sure. I felt that it was time to try something new and went raspberry picking. In all my excitement I didn't realize it would be some hard labor and time till I could enjoy some delicious fresh fruit. There was barely anything to pick but somehow I made it out with two tiny cartons, wait that somehow being that my friend picked those two boxes and I continued to eat them. The experience was well worth it and I felt the prices were great in comparison to Jewel shopping in Chicago. They have an assortment of honeys and toast spreads, frozen fresh fruit and more. Well worth the sunburn I'd say. read more

I lived this place!! My kids had a great time picking strawberries and the staff was so helpful and friendly. I like that you did not have to pay for the tractor ride to get to the fields and the guy who drove us even gave us tips on where to find the best strawberries! It is so huge and pretty there they have tons of other things besides strawberries I can't wait to go back for the blueberries when they are in season. read more

Garwood Orchards - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Laporte, Indiana

Totally non commercial Apple and veggie picking experience. We went on Columbus Day and they were still picking Honey Crisp and several other varieties. Lots of pumpkins for picking. Prices were cheap, $1.35/lb for apples, $1/lb for veggies. We went over to the market afterward for corn and donuts. Tractor drivers were very friendly. This place does not have a bunch of extras for the kids, it is simply picking of fruits and veggies. read more

Great location! Delicious apples! Excellent customer service! Everyone who worked there was so friendly and helpful. They made us feel very welcomed! It was my first time visiting this orchard. We usually drive all the way to Michigan.. Hank was very informative and kind. He explained the orchard and the different apples. He is a beautiful person and helped make our experience great! I will definitely be back. read more

Visited this orchard for the first time today, and it was fantastic!!! This orchard is not commercialized, and it's everything an orchard should be!! I know it is gaining in popularity, but I hope that the owners keep it genuine. Today we picked strawberries and cherries. Both were plentiful!! My kids loved finding the"good" fruit. It was like a treasure hunt!! The $1 boxes you purchase for picking are designed perfectly!! We loved the horses that pulled one of the passenger wagons. What a fun experience!! The bakery is also the real deal! I could see the bakers busy in the back behind the counter. I cannot wait to try my strawberry rhubarb slice and my cherry donut! This was also an educational experience for my kids because they were able to see how things grow, and they experienced picking the fruit themselves!!! The staff was friendly and very helpful. I suggest going earlier in the day to beat the crowds, especially on a weekend. This will not be our only trip this summer!!!! read more

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Great place to pick seasonal fruit & veggies. Fall favorite for apples & pumpkins. Delicious Apple Cider & baked goods!

We don't have farm markets where I come from. Well, we do...but they're fake. But this...this is the real deal. And who wouldn't like homemade donuts. And I'm talking FRESH...straight from the donut plopper into your hands. And yes, donut plopper is a technical term. read more

Garwood Orchards was very disappointing! And I am bummed out because I was very excited to try this place =( My family and I took a trip up to Indiana today just to go apple picking here and because of the rainy weather conditions, we called (around 8?) to see if they still had U-pick, and they said yes as long as there is no lightening or heavy rain. By the time we got there (11ish?) the rain had cleared up and they said there was no U-Pick. But the rain had stopped and we just came 2 1/2 hours to pick apples here! We explained to one of the workers in the store that we had called early this morning and that we understood it as, if it cleared up we could pick. Yes, that was bad communication on whoever told us that on the phone this morning. But then they gave my mom attitude!! We had asked where else they would recommend since now we are out this way, and they said they didn't know of anywhere. Keep in mind we also purchased apple butter and other products from their store. So why would you not at least help your customers? Long story short, lose the attitude. Communicate with your staff better and you will have happier customers. 1 star because they had good boysenberry jam. read more

This place was great. I was looking for somewhere that didn't charge admission, I could go out and pick produce, and wasn't too far from Chicago. This was the ticket, a friend told me about it and I had to go. It was perfect, all the staff were helpful and attentive, you could hop on a tractor to get to the fields and pick a crazy assortment of things: apples (honey crisp, etc.), peppers (green, jalapeño, serrano, banana, poblano), tomatillos, tomatoes, pumpkins, and raspberries. Everything was $1/lb. what?! The only thing you have to pay for is the plastic bags or cartons for picking or skip that and bring your own (we will do that next time). I wish there was a place near Chicago like this that I didn't have to pay to get into that wasn't an amusement ride children, but a good ol' fashioned family farm. Plus we stopped at Three Floyd's on the way back to round out the amazing fall tradition. read more

This place was pretty good. They have a wide variety of fruits and veggies. I got strawberries and rhubarb here to make a strawberry rhubarb pie and it was great. The service was fantastic. Everyone was very nice and helpful. The prices are a little expensive than some u-picks I have been too, but overall a very nice experience. read more

Our family loves Garwood. We visited today for Father's Day for a family trip to pick strawberries, sweet cherries, and raspberries. We have come every year for the last four or so years - and in the fall it's worth the trip out for apple picking too! We live in the near chicago-land area and the trip is a little over an hour for us. Not bad, very manageable to get to go and wander around this massive place. It's just acres and acres of plants and fruits and veggies growing. We love to see what is "up and coming" as much as we love to pick! We don't get a whole lot of farm type environment here, so to drive the back ways of a more rural setting to get from the expressway to Garwood is always fun as well. Pricing is extremely reasonable, they have tractor and horse wagons to shuttle you back and forth from your car to the fields...and if you want from field area to field area too. The staff is very friendly and personable. We love to let our little ones run in the area we're picking....and watch as the Picky Eater...who HATES all food......eventually pull a raspberry from a plant and pop it into her mouth - - - annnnnnddddd - - - - Smiles and reaches for another!!! Seriously though, it's a fantastic family trip, it's a great resource that's close enough to Chicago for a day trip so that we can experience something out of our norm.... We love it. read more

This place has always been a Go To type place for produce and in the fall for apples and Apple Cider

We checked out Gardwood orchards for the first time today. We had so much fun picking apples, raspberries, eggplant, peppers ! The wagon ride was so much fun . The guys who operated the wagons were so nice too . We met some very nice families while there too. The white chocolate chip cookies were excellent with surprise coconut flakes inside. We can't wait to return and do more picking. read more

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Apple-picking heaven and so large and diverse really, you can pick anything you want to cook as well and good selection of pumpkins in the Fall. Best Pink Lady apples in the country...wow. The last few years have been great for picking due to the rains! Very family friendly but people Watch your Kids. This place is large and there are vehicles so kids must be supervised. read more

I LOOOOVE this place. A great time w the family. Amazing donuts and apple or cherry apple cider slushies. The produce from Garwoods is amazing and the shop and bakery has a lot to offer. The U-pick is a great way to spend a nice day and time with your family. My daughters love an afternoon at Garwoods. read more

Have been going to Garwood for years. Love the apples and Farmers Market. If you don't want to make a drive to Michigan for peaches, Garwood has some of the best peaches when in season. Their peaches have convinced me to only buy from Garwood. They have varieties, that local supermarkets in Chicago don't have. Did you say !!!DONUTS!!! They are WONDERFUL, cooked fresh with flavors of maple, glazed apple, cinnamon & plain. Along with cookies, fruit turnovers and pies, oh my. Wonderful jams, jellies, salsas, marinades, pastas and the best popcorn kernels anywhere. Great assortment of candies for young/old. Great cheeses and unique meats. They introduced me to cherry cider (who knew), delicious. Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Produce is always fresh. Adults/kids will enjoy viewing how they process apples once they're picked as they shop the Farmers Market. Take the whole family. All will enjoy! read more

Love this place. We go every year to pick strawberries, raspberries, apples and pumpkins. And their donuts are soooo good.

Market products are great. Fresh handmade doughnuts and apple cider. Super family friendly and one of the largest and best u-pick orchards around. Large selection of apples and other u-pick items. We go there every fall and have so much fun. read more

Disappointed listed as a pumpkin patch but no pumpkin patch, great store though. Amazing apples great pickles.

Garwood is by far the best "real" orchard/farm experience near Chicago. It is a true agribusiness and I definitely recommend. Excellent produce and bakery as well, worth the drive! read more

Excellent outing for everyone in the family. Variety of apples, veggies, etc. to pick, plus live music (at least on the weekends I have been there). My family has been here about 6 times and the kids love it and I was happy with the employees (quite helpful) and clean porta-potties - which if you have children is important. read more